The SEC West was already one of the toughest divisions in all of college sports with Alabama, LSU and Texas A&M all expected to be contenders for the coveted spot in Atlanta at the end of the season. But the additions of newcomers Gus Malzahn at Auburn and Bret Bielema at Arkansas ensure that the winner of the West will have to pass through an even more dangerous gauntlet of offensive and defensive styles on the way to an SEC Championship berth.

This week, Matt is joined by AL.com Tuscaloosa Bureau reporter Ben Flanagan to discuss whether Arkansas or Auburn pose a greater immediate threat to Alabama this season and which program is in better position to become a long-term success in the SEC West. They also discuss Alabama's move up to the No. 1 spot in recruiting class rankings and an Alabama recruiting grabbing some unwanted attention thanks to social media.